Ipswich Area Guide

Christchurch Park

Christchurch Park was the first public park in Ipswich, opening in 1895. It extends over 33 hectares of picturesque grounds right in the heart of the town.

The park was officially 're-opened' in May 2008, after the completion of a £4.5 million restoration project funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and Ipswich Borough Council.

The park's facilities include a children's play area, tennis courts, table tennis, bowling greens and refreshment kiosks.

Christchurch Park plays host to many events and activities all year round. The Wildlife and Education Rangers hold events such as nature walks, arts and crafts activities, storytelling and trails for children of all ages and the park also welcomes some of Ipswich's larger events, including Ipswich Music Day, the 11th Ipswich Scout Group's Firework Display and the Remembrance Day ceremony.

The Mariners

Mariners restaurant is a classic brasserie on a renovated 1899 boat with an elegant, wood-lined interior, beautiful views across the waterfront and a menu of French classics. It is one of the most romantic spots in Ipswich.

Their rolling Taste the Season menu is a favourite of Mariners' diners; mouth-watering dishes are thoughtfully created with fresh, seasonal ingredients to make the very best food for you to enjoy.

They also have a set lunch, dinner and dessert menu along with an extensive wine collection of delicious wines from all of the French regions and from around the world.

Open for Lunch Tuesday to Saturday - 12-2pm
Open for Dinner Tuesday to Saturday - 6:30-9:30pm

Mahzen

This restaurant offers simple yet brilliantly executed Mediterranean dishes in the heart of Ipswich. It is the culmination of simple creative ideas and a passion for food, drink and entertainment. Carefully chosen fresh marinated meats, fish and vegetables skewered and grilled over hot charcoals by our experienced chefs.

Trongs

The haute cuisine of China, this restaurant combines the dishes that originated from the imperial kitchens or were created from the wealth of produce of north China, with all the culinary creations which have been distilled and imported from the vast repertoire of dishes from the outlying provinces.

The Waterfront Bar Bistro

The Waterfront Bar Bistro is one of a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere and a place to meet and have some great French-inspired food.

Greg and Lorraine Morgan first entered the restaurant trade eight years ago when they opened Morgans wine bar and bistro in Ipswich town centre. Their aim is not to be too formal but ensure that people feel special and enjoy themselves.

The head chef Julien Jourdain has worked with Greg and Lorraine for five years and is the major driving force behind the inventive menus and consistent pursuit of fresh local quality ingredients. The front-of-house staff are ready to welcome you.

Ipswich School

Ipswich School is a fantastic local school, with outstanding GCSE and A-Level results.

Choosing a school is probably one of the biggest decisions parents have to make. Whether you know Ipswich School already, or perhaps are choosing an independent school for the first time, they firmly believe that they create extraordinary futures for all pupils.